Out-Patient

Operating Room

Surgical consultations and procedures are provided to all of WAHA’s coastal communities including Moosonee/Moose Factory from Weeneebayko General Hospital. Locum surgical coverage is provided seamlessly 24/7 and includes: consultations major and minor general surgical procedures of a wide spectrum examples include: cholecystectomy appendectomy emergency laparotomy for bowel obstruction, skin grafts release of carpal tunnel hernia…
Community Mental Health Program

Our Community Mental Health Program is committed to establishing a healthier and happier environment for all people living in our region. The Community Mental Health & Addictions Program services are voluntary and confidential. Our staff provide a non-judgmental, trauma-informed, and harm reduction approach when working with service users. We provide a safe space for all…
Rehabilitation Services

What are rehabilitation services? The Rehabilitation Services Department at Weeneebayko General Hospital (WGH) provides Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy services to in-patients, out-patients, and can conduct home visits to people in all communities serviced by WAHA. Goal of the department: To assist the people of the James and Hudson Bay Region to improve their mobility and…
Aging at Home

Regional Discharge Planning Program To our valued Community Partners and Members: On behalf of Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) we want to thank and acknowledge all our Community Partners for their participation in the design and development of regional materials that are culturally-relevant and community driven. In particular, we want to highlight the following contributors:…
Specialty Clinics

WAHA is very pleased to offer a variety of different specialty clinics, enabling people in the WAHA region access to these services. Through these clinics, WAHA is bringing specialists closer to the region. Appointment referrals To have access to specialty service clinics, people will require a referral from a physician to use these services. Appointments…
Dialysis

Contact Information Manager of Specialized Services: (705) 658-4544 ext. 2433 What is hemo dialysis? Weeneebayko General Hospital (WGH) provides “hemo dialysis”, a process for removing waste and extra water from the blood when a patient has lost kidney function or their kidneys are no longer working (renal failure). A patient is hooked up to a…
Diagnostic Imaging

What is diagnostic imaging? The use of state-of-the-art technology to take pictures and videos of the body to provide doctors and nurses with an inside look into the body. This is done by professionally trained and experienced radiology technologists. This assists doctors and nurses in determining a diagnosis and available treatment options. In addition, it…
Diabetes Program

Focus of the Program The Weeneebayko Diabetes Health Education Program is a community based program that assists people with diabetes, of all ages and at any stage of the disease. The program’s focus is on providing education that assists with the treatment and management of diabetes. Location The program is located within Weeneebayko General Hospital…
Dental Services

WAHA Dental Services is committed to providing friendly and exceptional dental care for all clients in the WAHA region. Services provided WAHA’s Dental Services provide a full range of dental treatment such as: hygiene (cleaning), fillings, root canals, prostho (dentures, hockey mouthguards, night guards), perio surgery (gum surgery), extraction (tooth removal), as well as preventative…
Telemedicine Services

What is telemedicine? Telemedicine (also known as two-way video conferencing) is a wonderful tool that allows a patient to see and speak with a physician without the inconvenience or expense of traveling to see them. WAHA has been a leader in using this technology through the Ontario Telemedicine Network (OTN). The telemedicine service significantly decreases…